In Chhattisgarh, the state government has banned the use of chlorinated plastic and Polyvinyl Chloride -PVC. The advertising and promotion materials like PVC banners, flex, and hoardings have also been banned with immediate effect. <br/><br/>The state government has also banned the manufacture, storage, import, sale, transport and use of such plastic-borne goods. Chhattisgarh government decision is with an objective to conserve and improve the environment. <br/><br/>According to the notification issued by the government these plastic-borne goods cause blockages in drains and gutters, leading to serious environmental problems.